2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 626 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XF | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
